Available Speakers

Founding partner of Davies and Kerr, LLP., An accounting and consulting firm. Past President Business Network International, Quick Books Professional Advisor,Treasurer North Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Coordinator of Speechcraft Workshops.

Proprietor of a family-owned manufacturing company which received the Florida Small Business of the Year Award (2000). In 1990 he founded an annual golf tournament which raises $30,000 a year for Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Leto coaches baseball and instructs children in Tae Kwon Do. Chris received a Leadership Award issued by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.

* Kids Need Encouragement - Using life experiences regarding baseball, coaching and moral dilemmas, Chris shares lessons learned in sportsmanship, and coaching children.

* Go the Distance - a story of triumph, overcoming obstacles including potential bankruptcy and corporate sabotage. Chris's tenacity to overcome hurdles will inspire business owners and aspiring executives.

Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Executive Board Member - Southern Association for College Admissions Counseling. Susan holds a Doctorate in Higher Education policy. She is a volunteer for the Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid Florida.

* Why Plan for College - outlines reasons for pursuing a college degree, steps in the college search process.

* Making College Affordable - the basics of financial aid, how to apply for aid/scholarships.

* Do You Need More Love in Your Life? - is a presentation on Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida (GRRMF) and on responsible dog ownership in general.

Board of Directors Northwest Baseball, 1999-2000; Youth Leadership Coordinator Baypoint Elementary School; Soccer Coach 1995-2001; Boyscout Master 1990-94; Cubscout Master 1987-1990; Winner of Gulfport Yacht Club's Lazer Division.

* Teamwork - Everyone's Important - Paul uses a narrative Native American story as a medium to teach children the value of all personality types working together.

* Joy of Sailing - You'll be "heeling" with excitement. Paul uses personal sailing experiences of the past 42 years as he teaches basic sailing techniques to the novice.

Evaluation Coordinator for the Speakers Bureau. Brian uses his talents as an actor and magician to inspire and captivate the audience. He has an AA degree in Journalism and a BA in Technical writing.

Whether you want better interpersonal skills in your work, home, or relationships, this is the speech for you. This entertaining and inspirational speech outlines what you need to do to become socially successful. With a flair for magic and guidance, you are led on a journey to better understanding of human behavior.

Speakers Bureau Webmaster, has hosted and been a columnist on numerous internet sites, including "Poetry Online.com". Voted poet of the month in 12/96, by "Writeon Magazine.com". Joel was Past President of Rhyme Masters and Word Dancers chapters of the Tampa Bay Poetry Council. Joel is the Vice President of Education for Area 6.

* How To Get Connected on the Internet - a refreshing and humorous look at the mysterious, and sometime overwhelming vehicle called the Internet. This lecture will cover various methods of connection to the Internet and help in selecting an internet service company. Joel will share beneficial websites, and opportunities available to web users. Also covered are the risks associated with the Internet and how to protect yourself.

Instructor and operations manager with USAA . 1999 Keynote Speaker for the National Association of Insurance Women. Winner of numerous Area, and Divisional Toastmaster Speech Contests.

What you can do to effectively communicate with your peers, supervisors and subordinates, in an ever-changing, ever-stressful environment. This lecture will give you tips that will improve your speaking skills with the use of humor, vocal variety, confidence-building techniques and props. Ralph uses a masterful blend of Toastmaster skills to enhance and intrigue the audience, offering possibilities for presentations.

A licensed acupuncturist with a private practice in the Tampa Bay Area. Rob graduated from the Florida Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. A member of the North Tampa Chamber of Commerce, and 2nd place winner of Toastmasters Area 6 humorous speech contest.

Rob will dispense knowledge about the mysterious Oriental form of natural healing developed in the Far East, which seems to defy the scientific boundaries of modern medicine. His anecdotal and down-to-earth styling will set the audience at ease and bring about a better understanding of this art.


	Area 6 Toastmasters Speakers Bureau \| home About Us \| Available Speakers \| Reserve Speakers \| Speakers Bureau Board Of Directors 2001 Available Speakers SPEAKERS BIOS AND THEIR TOPICS JERRY DAVIES, C.P.A. Founding partner of Davies and Kerr, LLP., An accounting and consulting firm. Past President Business Network International, Quick Books Professional Advisor,Treasurer North Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Coordinator of Speechcraft Workshops. Year-End Tax Planning for Individuals or Small Businesses Financial Planning for Your Business Business Loans: How to Get Them Accumulating Wealth Tax Tips for Real Estate Investors Keep up with the Technology Curve in Your Business Quick Books for Small Businesses CHRIS LETO* Proprietor of a family-owned manufacturing company which received the Florida Small Business of the Year Award (2000). In 1990 he founded an annual golf tournament which raises $30,000 a year for Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Leto coaches baseball and instructs children in Tae Kwon Do. Chris received a Leadership Award issued by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. * Kids Need Encouragement - Using life experiences regarding baseball, coaching and moral dilemmas, Chris shares lessons learned in sportsmanship, and coaching children. * Go the Distance - a story of triumph, overcoming obstacles including potential bankruptcy and corporate sabotage. Chris's tenacity to overcome hurdles will inspire business owners and aspiring executives. SUSAN HALLENBECK Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Executive Board Member - Southern Association for College Admissions Counseling. Susan holds a Doctorate in Higher Education policy. She is a volunteer for the Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid Florida. * Why Plan for College - outlines reasons for pursuing a college degree, steps in the college search process. * Making College Affordable - the basics of financial aid, how to apply for aid/scholarships. * Do You Need More Love in Your Life? - is a presentation on Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida (GRRMF) and on responsible dog ownership in general. PAUL W. RAUCH Board of Directors Northwest Baseball, 1999-2000; Youth Leadership Coordinator Baypoint Elementary School; Soccer Coach 1995-2001; Boyscout Master 1990-94; Cubscout Master 1987-1990; Winner of Gulfport Yacht Club's Lazer Division. * Teamwork - Everyone's Important - Paul uses a narrative Native American story as a medium to teach children the value of all personality types working together. * Joy of Sailing - You'll be "heeling" with excitement. Paul uses personal sailing experiences of the past 42 years as he teaches basic sailing techniques to the novice. BRIAN MARINELLI Evaluation Coordinator for the Speakers Bureau. Brian uses his talents as an actor and magician to inspire and captivate the audience. He has an AA degree in Journalism and a BA in Technical writing. * The 4 Keys to Social Success Whether you want better interpersonal skills in your work, home, or relationships, this is the speech for you. This entertaining and inspirational speech outlines what you need to do to become socially successful. With a flair for magic and guidance, you are led on a journey to better understanding of human behavior. JOEL VERLIN Speakers Bureau Webmaster, has hosted and been a columnist on numerous internet sites, including "Poetry Online.com". Voted poet of the month in 12/96, by "Writeon Magazine.com". Joel was Past President of Rhyme Masters and Word Dancers chapters of the Tampa Bay Poetry Council. Joel is the Vice President of Education for Area 6. * How To Get Connected on the Internet - a refreshing and humorous look at the mysterious, and sometime overwhelming vehicle called the Internet. This lecture will cover various methods of connection to the Internet and help in selecting an internet service company. Joel will share beneficial websites, and opportunities available to web users. Also covered are the risks associated with the Internet and how to protect yourself. RALPH WELLS Instructor and operations manager with USAA . 1999 Keynote Speaker for the National Association of Insurance Women. Winner of numerous Area, and Divisional Toastmaster Speech Contests. * Communicating - with Confidence? What you can do to effectively communicate with your peers, supervisors and subordinates, in an ever-changing, ever-stressful environment. This lecture will give you tips that will improve your speaking skills with the use of humor, vocal variety, confidence-building techniques and props. Ralph uses a masterful blend of Toastmaster skills to enhance and intrigue the audience, offering possibilities for presentations. ROB KEEN, P.A. A licensed acupuncturist with a private practice in the Tampa Bay Area. Rob graduated from the Florida Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. A member of the North Tampa Chamber of Commerce, and 2nd place winner of Toastmasters Area 6 humorous speech contest. * Chinese Acupuncture Medicine Rob will dispense knowledge about the mysterious Oriental form of natural healing developed in the Far East, which seems to defy the scientific boundaries of modern medicine. His anecdotal and down-to-earth styling will set the audience at ease and bring about a better understanding of this art.